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#50 - Emma: Ecstasy Aged 13, Heroin, Amphetamines, Crack Cocaine, Snowballing, Maternal Conflicts, Parental Addiction, Multiple Overdoses & Naloxone Awareness

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Join Matt as he sits down with Emma, who candidly shares her journey through addiction, beginning with her exposure to drugs at the age of 11.

Influenced by her father’s addiction and her grandmother’s role as a local drug dealer, Emma’s substance use quickly escalated - from experimenting with ecstasy and amphetamines to becoming dependent on heroin and crack cocaine by the time she was 23.

Emma’s story paints a vivid picture of the harsh realities of growing up in an environment shaped by parental addiction. She recalls pivotal moments, including a public overdose and the life-saving intervention of naloxone.

Beyond the physical toll of addiction, Emma addresses the stigma and personal shame that often accompany substance misuse. She also reflects on the emotional complexity of her experiences, emphasising the need for greater empathy in addressing addiction and recovery. 

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